My "Big Kid" is 10!!!!

I am totally amazed what five years does for a kid! When I became Chandler's mom he seemed so little--he didn't know how to tie his shoes yet and slept with a night light and many, many stuffed animals. Now, he begs to ride his bike to school, go to the store with his buddies, hang out in the neighborhood. He is almost as tall as me and seems to be growing up so much faster than I ever thought possible. Chandler is still the tender hearted boy he was when I first knew him. He is sensitive to others feelings and really wants people around him to feel good. Watson loves him to pieces--it's like a whole ray of sunshine enters the room when Chandler is around. Chandler is the best brother a kid could have. He loves to make Watson giggle and helps with what ever I ask. He is smart, loves anything related to math and still loves to build and create things. I love to watch him play with his dad, whether it be R/C cars, Legos, Erector sets--they build on each others ideas and creativity. Chandler likes to try to make new things, he recently did his first little backstitch project. He is always ready for fun and can play a pretty mean game of Monopoly. Other times he just likes to rock out on Band Hero. I love him. What more can I say? I'm grateful to be his parent. The next five years ought to be exciting!

8 Months and Ready to Run

I think it won't be long before he makes his way from the trunk to everything else!

A Stepping Stone to Tackle

Chandler has been asking to play football for two plus years. I'm not completely opposed to the sport but my child lacks the aggression to really do well with a contact sport.  So, my requirement before Tackle Football was Flag Football. He has two games left of Flag, including today.  It seems he has been motivated to really show he likes to play--he's been a quarterback, kicker, and a pretty good defensive lineman(?) Still, not tons of aggression, but he does get in there most of the time and block and attempt to grab flags and he really likes to run the ball.  He still talks of playing Tackle in the fall--but has also mentioned a diversion of playing LaCrosse this summer.  I don't know, I guess it's good to let kids try everything?  I want him to have fun but to really do his best at what ever he chooses.  It has been fun to see him play and be excited about more than just winning!

(Green Pants)

A Little Bit Of...

HEAVEN

And, a little bit of NOT Heaven

Magnet Madness

April has been very busy for Chandler. He decided to participate in the Science Fair. We've never done this before.  Thankfully, Ben and his mom have. So, thanks to Marcia (Ben's mom) these three boys had a good time learning about magnets. The experiment involved testing magnet strength at different temperatures. They also put together an impressive display of their experiment, and placed 2nd for the third/fourth grade entries.  Good job Chandler, Damon, and Ben!  And, great job Marcia for handling the boys and putting it all together!

Football, Flags, and FUN!

Chandler has started a new activity this past week--Flag Football. I made a deal with him that if he played this sport for at least one "season" I would seriously consider allowing him to play tackle football.  So, here we go!  He has had two practices, one in the rain, and loves it.  It's a short season, only four and half weeks, but very busy with practice and two games each week. You're invited to cheer him on, we'd love to see you!
Games--
4/13, 6:30               4/17, 10:00 am
4/20, 6:30               4/24, no game
4/27, 5:30               5/01, 11:00 am
5/04, 5:30               5/08, 11:00 am
5/11, 5:30              
I believe his jersey is white.  You can find him at the North fields at Dimple Dell Rec Center on 10600 South in Sandy.  Yeah Team!

Growing, Growing!

Chandler from five years old until almost TEN!  wow!

From Then Up to Now

Watson, September 2009 to April 2010.

Easter Duds

As you know, from previous entries, I love hats for Watson. So, of course I couldn't pass up this cute little number as part of his little Spring Sunday outfit:

He's so dang cute! I can't stop munching on his cheeks!

GROWWWWL!

Look who got his Bear!!

I'm very proud of Chandler's hard work (and a little proud of my own gently prodding) that led to his earning his Bear rank.  We had fun doing different activities--one of the most memorable being a trip to Tracy Aviary. Chandler and two of his friends learned a little about different birds, watched some eat dead mice and rats, and tormented a few others by trying to touch their feathers.  Scott did a great job with Chandler as he did his first soap carving and they put together a great emergency escape plan for our family.  I love that he is enthusiastic about this part of his life (most of the time) and has great Scout leaders.  He's very much looking forward to being a Webelo and I'm looking forward to a month's break before starting a new Scout book!

Great job Kiddo! I'm so proud of you!